News from the music business

On our blog we keep you updated on the latest trends and news in the music business. Stay informed about cool gigs and events, meet new talent and get insight on what happens in the field of music in the UK.

Gigstarter Summer Sessions

The Gigstarter Team October 06, 2020

After the success of the Gigstarter Quarantine Sessions, we highlighted every other Thursday in July, a live session from one of our artists. Discover in this article what next challenge we are... After the success of the Gigstarter Quarantine Sessions, we highlighted every other Thursday in July, a live session from one of our artists. Discover in this article what next challenge we are taking up for the winter.

DIY: Manage yourself as a musician

The Gigstarter team September 24, 2020

The Gigstarter platform can be used as a valuable management tool for self-managed musicians. The Gigstarter platform can be used as a valuable management tool for self-managed musicians.

Gigstarter: a management software for your roster

The Gigstarter Team September 08, 2020

Gigstarter is a reliable management tool that can be used to manage different bands. Manager should bring definitely added value to the artists as the Gigstarter platform does. Gigstarter is a reliable management tool that can be used to manage different bands. Manager should bring definitely added value to the artists as the Gigstarter platform does.

Multiple profiles: higher chances to get booked

The Gigstarter Team September 03, 2020

Duos and trios are becoming more and more popular as a live music choice at weddings, conferences and other corona-proof events. That makes sense, because there are a lot of advantages of booking a... Duos and trios are becoming more and more popular as a live music choice at weddings, conferences and other corona-proof events. That makes sense, because there are a lot of advantages of booking a so-called ‘mini-band”. We highlighted a few!

A Spanish media company interviewed Erik from Gigstarter

La Gramola de Keith ( Spanish media) August 24, 2020

Gigstarter is a platform that aims to facilitate the most basic concept of hiring a musician: contact with the client. By means of a system of evaluations in the style of other apps such as... Gigstarter is a platform that aims to facilitate the most basic concept of hiring a musician: contact with the client. By means of a system of evaluations in the style of other apps such as Blablacar or eBay, the musicians or bands that are hired can be evaluated.

How does a music festival look like in 2020?

The Gigstarter Team August 10, 2020

Emma, editor at Dust of Music offers us her analysis concerning the digitalization of festivals. The coronavirus crisis has had a considerable impact on culture and music festivals were the first... Emma, editor at Dust of Music offers us her analysis concerning the digitalization of festivals. The coronavirus crisis has had a considerable impact on culture and music festivals were the first to suffer. To overcome this, some organizers decided to try the digital experience by offering this...

Take to the Streets Part III

The Gigstarter Team August 04, 2020

Busking remains the easiest and closest opportunity for you and your band. It ables you to jam for free in the streets and provide the passers-by with great music and vibe. Dive into our third... Busking remains the easiest and closest opportunity for you and your band. It ables you to jam for free in the streets and provide the passers-by with great music and vibe. Dive into our third article to get all our advice to the most of this street practice.

Gigstarter Music Sessions

The Gigstarter Team July 28, 2020

During the lockdown, we launched the weekly Gigstarter Quarantine Sessions. Talita Pajkić, our former intern was responsible for the development of the concept. Every Thursday, she promoted a... During the lockdown, we launched the weekly Gigstarter Quarantine Sessions. Talita Pajkić, our former intern was responsible for the development of the concept. Every Thursday, she promoted a live-session recorded by an artist. Let's recap and gather all these Quarantine Sessions here.

Three Cheers for Weekend Warriors

The Gigstarter Team July 06, 2020

It’s understandable that people aren’t dedicated enough to martyr their personal or professional lives in pursuit of a music career. And that’s okay. Here’s a quick salute to the weekend warriors... It’s understandable that people aren’t dedicated enough to martyr their personal or professional lives in pursuit of a music career. And that’s okay. Here’s a quick salute to the weekend warriors out there.

In Praise of Peterborough

Neelesh Vasistha July 06, 2020

On the barstool this week is Call to the Faithful from Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. With their chunky blend of rock, punk and hardcore styles, the band is making an imprint on the local and... On the barstool this week is Call to the Faithful from Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. With their chunky blend of rock, punk and hardcore styles, the band is making an imprint on the local and regional scene

Take to the Streets Part II: Turning Closed Venues into Live Opportunities

Neelesh Vasistha June 30, 2020

In our first article, we explained how street music represents a credible opportunity for artists to perform to a starved audience. And it’s one that most musicians should be making use of. This... In our first article, we explained how street music represents a credible opportunity for artists to perform to a starved audience. And it’s one that most musicians should be making use of. This series is a drip feed of tips to maximise your busking performance, and hopefully your income.

Why Your Band Should be on a Booking Platform

The Gigstarter Team June 29, 2020

Getting more visibility, being helped by professionals from the industry and keeping the entire caché for you while you're booked it's now possible! Getting more visibility, being helped by professionals from the industry and keeping the entire caché for you while you're booked it's now possible!

Record Labels in New Times

Judy van Koten June 29, 2020

It's a big goal for many artists: getting signed to a record label. Unfortunately, because of the outbreak of the corona virus, the entertainment industry is partially on hold. In these uncertain... It's a big goal for many artists: getting signed to a record label. Unfortunately, because of the outbreak of the corona virus, the entertainment industry is partially on hold. In these uncertain times it is questionable if record labels are eager to sign new artists. We spoke to Erroll Antonie...

Tom van der Velpen enjoyed his Gigstarter adventure

Talita Pajkic June 24, 2020

After working for Gigstarter for six years, our Head of Marketing, Tom van der Velpen, is leaving us for a new adventure. We spoke to him about the starting days of Gigstarter, his highlights and... After working for Gigstarter for six years, our Head of Marketing, Tom van der Velpen, is leaving us for a new adventure. We spoke to him about the starting days of Gigstarter, his highlights and his plans for the future.

Battleplan: Booking Artists in the Post-Corona World

Neelesh Vasistha June 22, 2020

Go for a walk. You can feel coronavirus almost audibly evaporating from the public consciousness. There’s a growing distance between the cold images on the news, and the warm and bouncing life... Go for a walk. You can feel coronavirus almost audibly evaporating from the public consciousness. There’s a growing distance between the cold images on the news, and the warm and bouncing life outside our windows.